SAM #36C10X27Q0021

VA market research for ZEISS KINEVO 900 S spinal surgery microscope systems and accessories

The Department of Veterans Affairs is conducting market research for a nationwide supply of ZEISS KINEVO 900 S spinal surgery microscopes and associated equipment. - Government buyer: Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Veterans Health Administration (VHA), including the Non-Expendable Equipment National Program; the Enterprise Procurement Office (EPO) is coordinating the market research. The initial notice also identifies the VA Strategic Acquisition Center in Frederick. - Notice status and scope: Sources sought/market research for a potential nationwide requirements contract, with deliveries to VA facilities in CONUS and OCONUS. It is not a solicitation, and no order quantities are specified. - OEM: ZEISS — The equipment list identifies ZEISS KINEVO 900 S products and 64 product configurations, modules, accessories, and components. No other vendor is named. - Main system: KINEVO 900 S Comfort Package, part number 01SYSCOS, with 4K 3D video, digital-hybrid visualization, QEVO micro-inspection, observer and co-observation optics, cobotic positioning features, wireless networking, and preparation for fluorescence options. Quantity is not stated. - Other listed equipment includes infrared, yellow, and blue fluorescence modules; QEVO components; recording and 4K display equipment; navigation and DICOM/network packages; observation optics and controls; carts, cables, storage media, and protective accessories. See line items for all listed part numbers; quantities are not stated. - Notable capabilities include 4K 3D optical/digital visualization, fluorescence imaging for tumor or vascular applications, angled micro-inspection, robotic/cobotic positioning, hands-free workflow, and network-enabled collaboration. Angled optics are not included in the Comfort Package by default. - Performance period: 12-month base period plus four 12-month option periods, for up to five years.

Description

The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Non-Expendable Equipment National Program has identified the Microscope: Spine product line as a candidate for a VA-wide (otherwise referred to as “national”) single Requirements contract award.

The microscope provides a stable, maneuverable platform with motorized zoom and focus, long working‑distance lenses, and high‑intensity illumination suitable for deep spinal corridors. It supports hybrid optical/digital viewing, allowing the surgeon to operate through traditional eyepieces or external large‑format 3D monitors. Integrated imaging capabilities provide 4K or higher‑resolution video and still capture for clinical documentation, teaching, and intraoperative collaboration.

Systems of this type include fluorescence visualization options (e.g., ICG (indocyanine green)‑based vascular assessment), navigation data overlays, assistant viewing optics, and compatibility with surgical navigation platforms. The microscope is mounted on a mobile, counterbalanced stand or arm designed for smooth, low‑effort repositioning during procedures. It includes OR‑ready connectivity (HDMI/SDI), DICOM/PACS export options, and supports wireless data functions depending on configuration.

This equipment is used in neurosurgery, orthopedic spine surgery, and related specialties requiring precise micro visualization during complex spinal procedures.

The Contractor must demonstrate the ability to meet all requirements for the solicitation. The objective is to provide Microscope: Spine throughout the VA medical centers and facilities located in the Continental United States (CONUS) or Outside of the Continental United states (OCONUS). The period of performance is for a base of 12-months with four 12-month option periods.

Please see the Combined Synopsis/Solicitation and Attachments for more information.  

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